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Two Different Starting Lineups The Atlanta Hawks Could Try This Season To Maximize Their Roster

Over the final stretch of the season, the Atlanta Hawks had one of the best starting lineups in the NBA. In 822 possessions last season, the lineup of CJ McCollum, Dyson Daniels, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Jalen Johnson, and Onyeka Okongwu was +21.4, which ranked in the 90th percentile per Cleaning the Glass, and that is an elite mark.

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The Hawks Are Looking To Break an Important Decade-Long Streak This Season

The Atlanta Hawks are one of the more interesting young teams that are on many NBA fans' and analysts' radars. Last season, they were able to shock the NBA world not only with how they ended the season after making major moves around the new year but also during the playoffs.

Nickeil Alexander-Walker News / Hoops Wire / September 15

Could Hawks’ Nickeil Alexander-Walker really become an NBA All-Star?

Nickeil Alexander-Walker becoming an NBA All-Star would have sounded fairly outrageous a year ago. Now? It merely sounds bold. Jackson Caudell of NBA On SI recently predicted that Alexander-Walker will join Jalen Johnson as one of two Atlanta representatives in the 2027 All-Star Game.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 15

Three Bold Predictions for the Atlanta Hawks 2026-27 Season

Don't look now Hawks fans, but there are only two more weeks until training camp begins. The NBA offseason is almost over, and the regular season is just a month away, and the journey to the postseason begins.

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The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

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Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 15

Will the Atlanta Hawks' Biggest Roster Issue Be Too Much For Them to Overcome?

While the Atlanta Hawks had a relatively surprising end to last season, there is still a glaring problem that they've somewhat addressed. That same issue would eventually come back to bite them as they struggled to win their playoff series against the New York Knicks as a result, despite being New York's toughest opponent.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / September 15

Poor drafting is why the Hawks are not there yet

The Atlanta Hawks are still trying to recreate that glory they found during a 2021 playoff run. Only one player, Onyeka Okongwu, remains from that Eastern Conference finalist team.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 14

Atlanta Hawks Roster Outlook: Core Players, Trade Chips, or On the Cusp?

The Atlanta Hawks have one of the most talented rosters in the Eastern Conference and they are going to be on a mission this season to show that the run they made was no fluke and that they belong among the real contenders in the East.

Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Rumors / September 14

Hawks Sign Will Baker

The Hawks have signed free agent big man Will Baker, per a team press release. While the terms of the deal were not disclosed, the 25-year-old almost certainly received an Exhibit 10 from the Hawks.

Devin Carter News / Hoops Wire / September 14

Celtics add former lottery pick Devin Carter on Exhibit 10 deal

A few days after the Celtics emerged as a possible landing spot for Devin Carter, they got their man. Or at least they got him a training-camp jersey. Carter has agreed to join Boston and will compete for a standard roster spot or two-way contract, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reported.

Devin Carter News / Hoops Rumors / September 14

Devin Carter To Sign With Celtics

Devin Carter has reached an agreement with the Celtics and will compete for a roster spot or a two-way opening in training camp, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 14

Spurs watch a familiar face return to NBA without coming back home

He was a prominent figure in San Antonio as the right-hand man to Gregg Popovich from 2014 to 2019.

Spurs have the perfect reason to make a cold-blooded trade next season

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 13

One Bold Atlanta Hawks Prediction For The 2026-27 Season That Could Look Genius In April

The Atlanta Hawks aren't projected to be a huge factor in the Eastern Conference this season. They don't have the star power that others in their conference possess.

Ettore Messina News / Hoops Wire / September 13

Hawks reportedly adding European coaching legend Ettore Messina as consultant

The Hawks are reportedly adding one of international basketball’s most accomplished coaches to their organization. Specifically, Ettore Messina will join Atlanta as a consultant, according to Aris Barkas of Eurohoops, who cited a report from Walter Fuochi of La Repubblica.

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Gabe Vincent News / Fadeaway World / September 13

Gabe Vincent Makes Shocking Admission About NBA Players: 'Most of Them Hate It'

Gabe Vincent has made a very surprising confession about life in the NBA, claiming that most professional basketball players actually grow to hate the game despite reaching its highest level.

Ettore Messina News / Hoops Rumors / September 13

Ettore Messina Reportedly Joining Hawks As Consultant

Legendary European coach Ettore Messina will return to the NBA as a consultant with the Hawks, according to Aris Barkas of Eurohoops.net, relaying a report from Walter Fuochi of La Republicca.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 13

Ranking Every Player Under 25 In The Atlanta Hawks Organization

The Atlanta Hawks have one of the most talented and most underrated rosters in the NBA, and a lot of that is because of the young players on their roster.

Devin Carter News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 12

Updated Depth Chart + Projected Rotation For The Hawks After Waiving Devin carter

The Atlanta Hawks are one step away from having the right number of players on their roster for the upcoming season. Atlanta has been rostering 17 players for the past couple of months, and they were going to have to cut that number down to at least 15 before the regular season began.

Devin Carter News / Hoops Wire / September 12

Hawks waive Devin Carter, but roster crunch isn’t over

The Hawks made one cut. They still need another. Atlanta waived former lottery pick Devin Carter on Friday, reducing its roster to 16 players, one above the regular-season limit.

Devin Carter News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 11

Atlanta Hawks Waive Devin Carter: Why It Matters and What Comes Next

The Hawks have been in a roster crunch ever since trading for Luguentz Dort and Ryan Nembhard two months ago, but they have begun to solve that roster crunch today.

Devin Carter News / Larry Brown Sports / September 11

Hawks release former NBA lottery pick

The Atlanta Hawks are giving up on a former NBA lottery pick with the season right around the corner. The Hawks on Friday waived guard Devin Carter, a 2024 lottery pick.

Lamont Butler News / Hoops Rumors / September 10

Hawks Sign Lamont Butler, Waive Keyshawn Bryant

The Hawks have waived forward Keyshawn Bryant in order to sign guard Lamont Butler, per a team press release. While the terms of Butler’s agreement were not disclosed, he almost certainly signed an Exhibit 10 contract in order to earn a bonus worth up to $91K for playing for Atlanta’s G League affiliate, the College Park Skyhawks.

Gabe Vincent News / Fadeaway World / September 9

3 NBA Teams That Could Sign Gabe Vincent Before The NBA Season Starts

Gabe Vincent is not a star player, but his impact comes beyond what is on the box score. The veteran guard has already shown that he can handle meaningful minutes in big games, making him an intriguing option for teams looking to fill out their backcourt before the 2026-27 season.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 26

Jonathan Kuminga made bold gamble that could haunt his career

After months of speculation, Jonathan Kuminga and his camp finally settled on a landing spot. As reported, the athletic forward has signed a two-year deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves, spurning a larger and longer offer from the Los Angeles Lakers.

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